And the castle came a tumbling down
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- Published on Thursday, October 11, 2018
Banner Staff
Neepawa Banner & Press
Today, the Banner & Press shares some staff photos from the Oct.9 demolition Neepawa's castle on 344 Main Street.
Photos by Eoin Devereux
The demolition of a historic three-story house located at 344 Main St. in Neepawa took place on Tuesday, Oct. 9. Known to many as “The Castle”, the structure had to come down due to extensive interior decay, asbestos and black mould. The Castle has been vacant for about 12 years
Canadian farm writers get a taste of Neepawa
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- Published on Thursday, October 11, 2018
Photos by Kevin Geisheimer, Hylife Foods
Neepawa businesses HyLife and The Farmery were on the itinerary for the Canadian Farm Writers Association tour. A pork cook-off was conducted complete with a panel of judges.
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
A large contingent from the Canadian Farm Writers Association converged on Neepawa on Sept. 21 to tour two local businesses. The group had a tour of the Farmery brewery and attended an information presentation by HyLife. Both local businesses showcased their growth and success as local Ag industry companies in expansion mode.
Natives starting to find their stride?
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- Published on Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Photo by Eoin Devereux. The recent arrival of Scott Mickoski (foreground) to the Neepawa Natives’ roster has had a huge impact, as he already has five points (3 goals - 2 assists) in his first two games with the franchise, including four against the Winnipeg Blues on Wednesday, Oct. 3.
By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner & Press
The slow start to the MJHL season for the Neepawa Natives appears to have taken a turn for the better, as the club has won two of their last three games.
McLaughlin GM fundraiser supports STARS
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- Published on Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Submitted photo
Ryan McLaughlin (centre) presents a cheque for $3,000 to the representatives of STARS Air Ambulance on Thursday, Sept. 27.
Auto dealership donates to emergency air service
By Eoin Devereux
Neepawa Banner & Press
A Neepawa business recently used its own anniversary celebration as a means to support a very important emergency service. On Friday, Sept. 21, McLaughlin GM in Neepawa held their 10th anniversary barbecue. As part of those festivities, they accepted donations for STARS Air Ambulance.
